Topic

ornl

3 stories tagged ornl on EV Digest.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory Launches Motor Decide Tool to Analyze EV Motor Supply Chains

Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have introduced Motor Decide, a new analytical platform built to guide electric motor development. The tool helps automakers and suppliers evaluate alternative motor topologies based on critical material availability, cost, and supply chain vulnerability. By modeling trade-offs between rare-earth magnet dependency and alternative designs, the system aims to strengthen domestic EV powertrain manufacturing.

October 28, 2026Charged EVsOak Ridge National Laboratory

Charging

HEVO, ORNL, and BMW Partner to Advance Wireless EV Charging Technology

A collaboration between New York-based HEVO, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), and BMW aims to accelerate the development of next-generation wireless EV charging. This partnership will focus on evaluating advanced wireless charging technology, with HEVO providing expertise and hardware to assist BMW's bench testing and compatibility assessments.

September 30, 2026Charged EVsHEVO

Battery

New ORNL Motor Drive Design Aims to Reduce Electrical Stress in Heavy-Duty EV Applications

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a novel motor drive design capable of canceling common-mode voltage and neutral-point current. This innovation, still in the simulation phase, could significantly enhance the longevity and efficiency of multi-phase electric motors, particularly in demanding heavy-duty transportation sectors.

July 16, 2026Charged EVsOak Ridge National Laboratory

Topic

ornl

3 stories tagged ornl on EV Digest.

Market